Another Reptile Rescue, Sylvester Update, these are a Challenge Part 1.

Reptile Problems that I hope to Solve.

[@vulturesalesman]

It's good to see another update on Sylvester, I was wondering about him the other day. He defo looks way better than when you first got him! Hope your idea of a fecal transplant works for him, and that all three of these beautiful babies can make full recoveries.

[@1965KareBear]

I was also thinking about Sylvester and he does look so much better. I've seen fecal transplants done on horses and it work and save their life, so I'll be praying that it works on Sylvester.

[@terrapintelyn]

this is the kind of content i subbed for!!! relaxed, educational, and authentic!! glad to see sylv is doing better in your care, kevin.

[@NewEnglandReptile]

Thanks for the sub! K

[@nicolebrooks7181]

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[@EvelyneChanel]

Sylvester does look better then the first time we saw him! I hope the “poop transfer” will work 🤞🏻Seen it done in the horse world with horses that have bacterial issues in the gut area. Maybe you need to do it a few times to get good results. I am rooting for Sylvester! He stole a piece of my heart ever since I first saw him❤️ Doing great work Kevin!!👍🏻👍🏻

[@RoseBushThorns588]

He's still a beautiful snake, I'd still adopt one a little bit disfigured, if anyone asked, I'd say : 'Its a rescue snake, poor thing, but I have him now... " gently petting him while changing the subject.

[@ChiaraMainolfi]

I agree, fecal transfers are a very good option for renewed intestine health. I’ve been studying up on it and it works well in humans. Brilliant idea!

[@ChrisWijtmans]

what a strange way to say you like eating ass.

[@DJDeezyThaTruth]

-Healthy Poop Transfer o_O 😳, * kovers butthole * UFF‼️

[@trabash505]

I honestly cannot believe how good Sylvester already looks since you've had him. You are a miracle worker, Kevin! While it sounds like Sylvester isn't completely healed, I have no doubt you will get there! The brightness and life in his eyes is incredible! I've been so curious about the water snake you caught this summer. Would love to see an update on her! ❤❤

[@MommaBear_316]

As a Nurse I find it so cool the Fecal transplant that we do with humans has found it's way to help Reptiles! I had a pt. with horrible recurring colonized C-DIFF and the fecal transplant saved their life! Love you Kevin and Nerd crew

[@chesneymigl4538]

I love the stories of C diff being cured this way! I know a snake bite victim that got C diff in the ICU and it ended up taking a huge chunk of his colon.

[@lsuhillary]

I am a zookeeper and we do something similar with ruminants here at the zoo. Ruminants are even toed ungulates, such as cows, goats, giraffes, etc) when they stop eating or are showing signs of gastric distress we will swipe a cud from a healthy animal and give to the one in need. It is tricky work because usually swallow whatever in their mouth when approached 😂

[@MommaBear_316]

@@lsuhillary That sounds like you have an amazing job my friend!

[@MommaBear_316]

@@chesneymigl4538 Yeah, C-diff is a horrible thing I know a lot of people getting it as a secondary infection from their stay at the hospital.... 😬

[@nonamepainter]

Incredible, a fecal transplant saved my life from c. Diff. We had to do it at home because this was in 2006, before it was popularized in the states; a Dr. Borody from Australia sold me the protocol for $100. The hardest part was finding a donor that wasn't raised around cats due to the toxoplasmosis. It's incredible to know this procedure helps the animals too!

[@heatherwarner865]

Once again showing your heart Kevin. You have done more for these beautiful guys than anyone ever would. Sending prayers for Kevin and Sylvester.

[@sandywalter9728]

You're not weird... they do "poop transplants " for people with severe c- diff. Your extremely knowledgeable!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@myssixensen7516]

I was actually going to recommended you try fecal transplanting from from one or two of your healthy snakes (but before you actually administer the sample to do a quick fecal examination on it just to make 100% sure it's free from everything!). Now when we did these at my practice thee doctor would the sample and put it into a couple gelatin capsules to give to the patient as they wanted to reset the short and long intestinal track and as that is where the bulk of the issue was, not so much the descending colin as the food has been digested & processed by enzymes and bacteria at this point and waiting to it help move it out which is slow if theres no water in the body.(It's been awhile and that was with dog, so... take what you will, and that is just what I remember about basic GI tract functions and where flora is needed in the trans plants ...) I would recommend you try giving the a probiotic and for a couple of meals they may be too weak to digest prey items, have you considered and I HATE tube feeding any animal, but... try something like Critical Care-Omnivore, and maybe some Tums- 2 hours before to coat the tummies? have you considered they're nauseous? have you give anything for nausea? if they're having GI issue they might be feeling acidic, urpy, and no one wants to eat or even look at food when they feel like that....especially animals they won't touch food and force feeding can even create food aversion! I can't remember if Famotidine( Pepcid AC it's 1mg/kg) was snake safe, but if it is please try some! especially with Sylvester. Famotidine for the acid, Tums to coat the stomach& sooth it, CritCare as easy to digest meal that you could easily put probiotic and even a prebiotic in and gently restart that GI tract... I have found that after a significate GI upset other animals respond well to a gentle tummy restart that along with the fecal transplant could really help one or all of these snakes. I'm just trying to offer ideas you Ideas, I know my experience isn't with reptiles, but it is with a wide range of animals not just cats and dogs that I've had as patients; I loved caring for the handful of reptiles I've gotten to over the years- and I actually started watching YOU because you seemed like a great recourse of knowledge for what to do! My fingers are crosser for all three snakes!!!

[@NewEnglandReptile]

This is a ton of info. Thank You. So much to comment on let’s see how I go but neutralizing stomach acid with base is an idea etc. pro biotics indeed too. I think we need to go in heavy duty for a win though. K

[@myssixensen7516]

@@NewEnglandReptile I'm more than happy to help! I love ALL animals and just want to see them healthy & happy.

[@celtzen]

Sylvester looks so much better, hopefully the fecal transplant works... as seen by other comments this isn't a weird thing for those of us other critter people - it just makes sense to reinhabit the bacterial load once the system has been wiped! Fingers crossed and good juju for Kevin the Burm (he is beautiful) and the little Boa.

[@NewEnglandReptile]

Hi all, second part of this video is being uploaded. The video was interrupted. After all, this has a .2 cent budget!

[@MommaBear_316]

No worries We appreciate EVERYTHING you do!

[@HoboiousMojoious]

Good Luck with Kevin and Sylvester! Looking forward to part 2!

[@cdub1934]

Thanks for loving on Sylvester. Please continue to keep us updated.

[@laveniajohnson2283]

Thanks for the updates! I'm a registered nurse to humans lol and fecal transplants (put into capsules) can work wonders for people. Its a great idea! I look forward to the next updates. I like the bubblegum videos and think they really appeal to people who value the information and don't necessarily need the other stuff. Even though I'm fine with the other format as well.

[@Darhan62]

It's great to see how you care for these animals, and how knowledgeable you are regarding their health issues and how to treat them, or at least different things you can try.

[@banukaii]

Sylvester isnt looking good but he's definitely looking better. Best of luck to you and him with that fecal transplant!

[@MikkennahNorthrup-kz6hh]

Thank you for such a quick update! It amazes me how much Sylvester has improved while you’ve had him in your care. Such an amazing thing to see 🥹 thank you for all that you do for your animals !

[@thesussexbunion]

I found this really interesting, even though I'm not into snakes, thank you! I've subscribed and look forward to seeing more in the future.

[@NewEnglandReptile]

Thanks for the sub! K

[@BlueW0lf68]

The fecal transfer you spoke of is, in theory, similar to what is done in cows with gut issues. In those cases, good gut fauna is taken from a "donor" cow and put into the appropriate stomach chamber of the cow that needs it.

[@marieparsons9908]

Love this type of video! Rescues and medical problems. Fecal transfer seems a great idea. : )

[@bkm2797]

Sylvester is lucky to have you on board Kevin, if there is a way to bring him back I have full confidence you will be able to obtain that result, same about Kevin and the leucistic. Thanks for the update, hope to hear the next steps.

[@surfergirl2943]

I have been wondering hoping for an update !! I cannot believe how different he looks though. I was literally crying when you first got him! Your genuine dedication to him has secured me as a viewer for life. Really hoping for the best for him😭💜.

[@MommaBear_316]

Kevin is One of the OGs in the Herpetology world and has more knowledge and expertise with so many areas it's actually awe inspiring! KEVIN THANK YOU FOR THE YEARS AND YEARS ive drawn a plethora of knowledge and help from you!

[@kyrna5193]

Please do keep us updated!!! I think about poor Sylvester all the time, his sad little face is something I'll never forget. ❤

[@hruley1]

I was just wondering about him. He's my favorite, especially when you speak for him.

[@SmaySerpents]

Love these new videos. Its like it's back too the way it was in the beginning without all the unnecessary drama and extra noise in background. Love you Kevin keep up the great work!

[@Billsmorphboas8]

Please do the next segment very soon I really wish I would’ve seen this segment a couple of months ago. I just lost one of my precious breeders. I was raising her up for 2 1/2 years and out of nowhere she died on me 15 February on 7 February I posted a video of her on TikTok after her fresh shed. She was beautiful I was holding her, I don’t know what happened. I’m just lost for words.

[@mjhjlhwehcfhb]

Well, a reverse enema... I'd be be very happy for it to work. Praying. Not many people would go to these lengths.

[@PuFFerTV98368]

They do this for people as well. Fun Times!!

[@conniecutruzzula9199]

Kevin I'm so happy that you have these 2 animals. I know you would go to the ends of the earth to help these animals. Thank you for doing all that you do for all of your animals. ❤ 10:40

[@hazemoshi]

I prefer these kinds of videos quite a lot more than the ones about hard topics with the weird South Park character making funny faces. It’s just a contrast that’s hard to take seriously.

[@ingeniouspixie]

I do like the harder topics though...if by "harder topics" you mean the medical and industry-related topics. 😊

[@Littlewings1211]

It makes sense, sort of like a probiotic yogurt for danger noodles...except made with poop and goes in via the other end 😂😂 Will keep my fingers crossed for all these babies and a speedy recovery! Thanks for the updates Kevin.

[@kathyhutson644]

You’re just so crazy smart when it comes to caring for these animals and going that extra mile to help these poor animals. Wow! You rock Kevin 👍

[@brendalee2376]

Interesting, please keep us updated. ❤

[@tamathystreptiles-tammy1356]

I've worked with a Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist. We would make a poop slurry from a healthy donor, (us techs called it poop soup), and basically give it like an enema to inoculate the GI tract with healthy bacteria. In some cases, it took 2-3 treatments before it helped.

[@carolcox6408]

Sounds like a well-reasoned plan. Lovely snake 3 also needs a name. Maybe Barb, unless you're over the Tokay gecko incident.

[@Fab_Caro]

Woaw, thats exactly what I thought when you talked about the imbalance of the gut after antibiotics/amoeba treatment... when fecal transplants can be successful in human, why not also in snakes! Brilliant idea, Kevin 👍

[@mariaprovencher]

I have heard of fecal transplant for humans but not in reptiles. It makes sense that it would likely work and I hope it does. I'll be anxiously waiting for a future update about the results from the transplant. ❤ from NH's lakes region

[@vincentender1486]

Im sure if looked into there are more animals that have undergone the process. Medical science can be weird

[@pandoraaaraseth1040]

I would REALLY love another update about Sylvester and Kevin.

[@Reddington073]

Great update would love to see how you do this all!

[@digitalice7875]

It's a good step with the fecal transplant. Also just giving Sylvester time to heal internally, as it appears he still has some swelling in the throat/neck. Just soaking in the water I think also helps them hydrate. Kevin is a sweetheart. Have they been treated for worms?

[@VforVendetta6669]

Poor Sylvester, he has really beautiful markings. Almost has cheek blush like pikachu

[@user-sd6cm7yk9y]

As a R.N. We did fecal transplants and they worked. You have such loving, empathy, for all your animals. You seem very smart.

[@tiffanyshort119]

Yes!!! I worked in nursing for 30 yrs.and before they head medicine for the gut the did what you are talking about. And it works. I was going to suggest that but you brought it up first. Hope it works. Sylvester is a beautiful red tail.

[@justicegreen4055]

I ws thinking fecal transplatn before you said it, I think it's actually the answer to a lot of problems. Feathered dinos start their lives by eating regurgitated food and they survived a metro strike.

[@dvlexotics2177]

Love these medical videos very educational

[@hexxuss1]

I had another one come into my rescue who's like Sylvester. Getting ready for yet another vet visit. We're on the second round of antibiotics, 2 different types of antibiotics. Thank you for calling out that you have to know exactly what bacteria there is so you pick the right antibiotic(s).

[@donnajohnson9324]

Interesting 🤔 it will great to see if it works 😮😊

[@fastbreak0822]

Well done regarding Sylvester Kevin........ You are a great man brother...... Respect.... One x

[@Akakko1]

That little white boa at the end was adorble

[@trudat1498]

Hang in there Kevin, I really appreciate you. You’re the reason I got over my longstanding fear of 🐍. I even toy with the idea of getting a Ball Python, but I would be evicted if I did. I’m doing my best to help. I wish I could join the Patrion but the economy sucks, and I’m poor. Please know that I truly look up to you and all you do. PS More Snarffels please!

[@NewEnglandReptile]

I don’t even have a patreon. I tried for a minute but lost interest. Thank you. K

[@jonathanyoungblood8676]

Thank you Kevin for sharing what’s going on in the world over at your place

[@user-xs5vz6be1w]

Genius Idea with the he Fecal Transplant! I've had Crohn's Disease for 30ish years and have been offered this as a treatment option. Super Poopers donate. If you get success I might give it a try! Love the way your mind works! Enjoy the weekend 😁

[@NewEnglandReptile]

I think you should def try it!!!!!!!!!! Do it! K

[@user-xs5vz6be1w]

@@NewEnglandReptile lmao you go 1st 😂

[@MeUrWishGranted]

I'm sooooo excited to see this "experiment " play out. I was thinking about how unbalanced the gut is, that's a phenomenal idea! Love you Kevin!

[@remixedcat]

he's looking much better and is now toungue flicking! good luck lil guy! YOU GOT THIS!

[@kekkelpenneypeckeltoot5700]

Such a great video!! Loved that it was a check in as well as educational! Thank you!

[@ashleyking9985]

Makes sense to me. I'm no medical or expert but I have common sense and what you're doing makes sense. Please keep us updated!!

[@Liliboas1]

I have owned and showed Yorkies and they have a lot of irritable bowel problems. Many dogs, not just Yorkies have reportedly benefited greatly from the fecal transplants. All the best to you and the efforts you are taking!

[@YochevedDesigns]

I'm sure that you're looking into pre and pro biotics, and have already done full x-rays. If the cloacal transfer doesn't work, a last ditch effort could be to take some of the feces and insert it into pinkie mice. The gut will digest the pinkie, and move into the upper intestine with the fecal matter mostly intact. If the snake takes a very sudden turn, it may be hypoglycemia crash. In that case, tube feed glucose solution in small doses every half hour or so.

[@andrewbloom7694]

Definitely worth a try, those were heavy duty anti-microbial treatments. After a course of even amoxicillin I get nauseous and have diarrhoea for a few days. I could easily see him being non-infected but just not feeling like eating.

[@Peace.In.Reptiles]

I’m just gonna say it how it is your going to put healthy protozoa up salvesters as. As crazy as it sounds I think this could work and they would essentially multiply into a healthy colony 🤷‍♂️ think your onto something. Great video

[@Half-this]

Enjoy these videos super helpful for me having this knowledge to become a better keeper for my animals

[@kismitj]

sylvester is looking So much better, i hope kevin makes great strides of improvement as well! fecal transplant was my first thought as an option to increase the good bacteria, since there's not exactly probiotics for them.

[@danielleb.7055]

I hope the transplant will work with Sylvester and Kevin go well. And I hope you can figure out what's going on with his stomach. Hope to get an update in a little while and see how they're doing. Sylvester does look so much better so thats a win for sure. Thank you for sharing all of your knowledge, ideas, and love for these animals. Have a great day.

[@seanbaros-qe1rp]

Sorry to hear about Sylvester!! Hope he gets better soon!! If anyone can help him out, it's you Kevin!! Stay strong and have a nice day!!

[@keythjauregui3207]

Cant wait for that blood python video

[@seanbaros-qe1rp]

I hope both of those animals make it!! Good luck Kevin!!

[@julierobertson148]

This video was very interesting and more proof that no animal is a cinch to care for. Your idea of introducing healthy intestinal floral reminded me of my mom (a nurse) feeding us probiotic foods after we took a course of antibiotics. I certainly hope it works for your snake, too.

[@victoriapapesh6892]

I saw his first video this morning and now I am seeing this... Yay 🎉🎉🎉🎉 He's just so cute 🥰 You fixed him up beautifully ❤

[@BeagleRescuer13]

I always look forward to your posts. The idea of adding good git flora is brilliant. It is done with other animals in zoos & out in nature. I would think it should work in captivity! Sylvester is looking SO much better!!! It's sad about those 3 you spoke about. I anxiously await further updates!

[@FukaiKokoro]

Silvester looks so much better!!

[@lindaglover3321]

Sylvester is looking so much better. Kevin you are wonderful with reptiles

[@andrewbloom7694]

Hey when you opened his box he has a visible jawline/lipline again!! It wasn't even visible really last time, just a sort of vaguely mouth shaped squishy mass of flesh 😢. Definitely looks better!

[@Baiswith]

Kevin's greatest challenge: Kevin 🤣 Also, so good to see Sylvester's tongue flicks - looking much better there, even if he's not all the way yet.

[@wraith1320]

Awwww… the first snake I ever held-the one that really made me realize how much I loved reptiles-was an albino Burm. 🥹 I’ve had a soft spot for them ever since… Hope all make a full recovery, I’m rooting for them! ❤

[@davidhudgens499]

Very interesting, thanks for the update on Sylvester. BTW, the video appears to cut off before you were done with your thought. Oops just found your Pt. 2 😁

[@beckygallant186]

I’m glad they are in good hands and I know you will do all you can do to save them ❤️❤️

[@BlashBLS]

so informative! thanks for the update

[@anntowle1706]

Using fecal transplant sounds fascinating, I've read about it being used for Crohn's disease in humans. I'll be interested in how it turns out. In theory, it sounds like it could work.

[@helenehlers9800]

Yes I've heard of fecal transference. What a fantastic idea!

[@kagehikari4281]

While gross, the "poop transfer" is ligit and a great idea to try, hope it works! Hoping for the best for these sweet snakes, thanks for the update!

[@UmbraGhostie]

I can certainlly relate to not really knowing what else to do for your snake. my hognose just *refuses* to take food on his own. he's bright, mosesies around and will drink - but in the three years I've had him he's only taken one pinkie by himself. Vets don't.. relly have an answer? he did have a URI when I first got him, but we were straight on it with antibiotics and other meds, his fecals have been checked many times, his husbandry is pretty immaculate (if I do say so myself), he sheds perfectly, he other wise is healthy and active - so I just.. continue to assist feed and hope that one day he'll just *take* the pinkie. hoping the best for these beauties, all three of them are gorgeous

[@lorettajackson8759]

Looking forward to seeing if the fecal transfer works. I've been learning about it the last couple of years, and wouldn't mind trying it for myself:) One lecture i watched on it was for dogs, and they talked about how they had far greater success "cleaning " the gut of the recipient with ozone (hose up the backdoor...), as reducing pathogens that had overgrown do to the gut imbalance, really helped the new healthy doner bacteria get a better, faster foothold. Fascinating subject!

[@jsparklies]

I have heard of the transfer, and it's had good results! People are just put off because of where it comes from. I hope it works! They are all such beautiful animals!

[@DJDeezyThaTruth]

-Praying For The Little Big Fellas, Gorgeous Animals 🐍

[@karyannfontaine8757]

Good afternoon Kevin. Your namesake and Sylvester have the best chance at life with you. I have heard of Fecal Transplant in people and animals which were successful. That is a logical option. Wish the video did not cut off abruptly, I was so interested in your treatment of Kevin and Sylvester. Please post again as soon as you can.

[@a57chevygirl]

YAY! Sylvester update! Thank you :)

[@Calamity_Jen85]

So you’re treating as if it were C. Diff? I can’t wait to see how it turns out! Way to think outside the box 👏🏼🩶

[@user-pn8ze3vy2x]

Interesting idea, cant wait for the Update ❤️😊

[@brendamcneil1125]

Your idea is good. A reptIle probiotic

[@mikesullivan7153]

Awesome!!! Love the medical videos. Was wondering about Sylvester!! Thanks for the update!!

[@lindaglover3321]

Failure to thrive is very real

[@donnajohnson9324]

Cool ❤ good to see he is still alive 😊

[@dm9289]

Love these videos. Donny's new content was never my style, I do appreciate them regardless

[@MeersmanKevin]

Love the name off this beauty

[@acsballpythons1607]

Well why not. Its done I'm humans 😂 ❤❤ great educational video x

[@dorotheagordijev5245]

I just happen to come across your channel.I must say I'm very impressed at the experience and the quality of information that you give continually.... I AM NOT A REPITILE PERSON AT ALL. SNAKES, INSECTS, AND OTHER SPECIES FREAK ME OUT "PERIOD"!😂 Yet I'm drawn to your channel ... I really enjoy watching you interact with the snakes, and addressing issues when needed.

[@6181green]

I can't remember the name of the medicine but Mutation Creation uses some stuff designed to help boas/other snakes to start eating again

[@NewEnglandReptile]

Pro biotics. This is quite different. K

[@6181green]

@@NewEnglandReptile 👍

[@noraf6514]

So good to see Sylvester!

[@davedronski7749]

I mean it worked for Kyle's mom in South Park!

[@tiffinyvann9723]

I was thinking Fred